The Dutchman, aged 21, recorded a match score of 8.0 – as per Sofascore – complementing his goal with 67 touches, an 80% pass success rate, two key passes, three shots on target and two tackles, very much demonstrating his worth as an all-encompassing central star.

Against LASK two weeks ago, the Reds were maladroit in possession in the first half, and while this wasn’t the case on Merseyside, there will be improvements needed still, though with Gravenberch growing into his skin with each passing game, Klopp will be emboldened by his destructive new midfield weapon.

The former Bayern Munich midfielder’s performance was impressive, but it was the return of Trent Alexander-Arnold to the starting line-up that was most galvanising for the hosts, with the club vice-captain dazzling and reminding the world of his qualities with a dynamic display.

How did Trent Alexander-Arnold perform vs Union Saint-Gilloise?

The England international was substituted just after the hour mark as he continues to build his fitness levels after sitting much of September on the sidelines with a hamstring injury, but was heralded for his “excellent” showing by Pearce last night, with the journalist also praising him as a “class act”.

While known for his creativity and devastating attacking instruments, the 24-year-old exhibited his growing maturity and discipline with a composed defensive performance.

Recording an impressive 7.7 match rating, Alexander-Arnold completed 88% of his passes and took 90 touches, and while he succeeded with his one attempted dribble and took two shots – one of which a ferocious drive that resulted in Anthony Moris spilling and allowing Gravenberch to capitalise – he shone with his work in the defensive third.

Indeed, the £180k-per-week machine made two interceptions and three tackles – one of which as the last man – but most impressively, he won all five of his contested duels on the night, and while there will be tougher matches on the horizon, it is refreshing to see him blossom with his skills at the back.

Now set to star once again down the right channel, this first-class phenom will play a major role as the season stretches on, and against USG he gave a glimpse of what is to come.